2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XJ | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |